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Definition of saxophonist

saxophonist

/sækˈsɑː.fə.nɪst/
sax · o · phon · ist
Plural:saxophonists
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saxophonist Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A musician who plays the saxophone, especially professionally or in a jazz, classical, or popular ensemble.

Example

"The lead saxophonist captivated the audience with an improvised solo during the second set of the jazz concert."

• Rhymes for saxophonist

• Nearby Words

saxons
saxony
saxophone
saxophonist
say
sayer
saying

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from 'saxophone' plus the agentive suffix '-ist'. The instrument itself was named after its Belgian inventor, Adolphe Sax, combined with the Greek root 'phone' (meaning 'voice' or 'sound').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Saxophonist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/saxophonist
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